The introduction of phase detect autofocus in the Panasonic S5 II is a huge deal. What does it mean for the future of Lumix cameras?
January 7
January 6
Based on the new lens roadmap graphic, Panasonic has a new 100mm macro lens in the work, as well as a variable aperture lens that appears to be a 28-200mm zoom lens.
Luminar 100 is a new ISO 100 35mm film stock from Popho Camera Company that's respooled Kodak Aerocolor IV 2460 film. It can be developed in standard C-41 chemicals and will start shipping in mid-January.
January 5
Darktable 4.2.0 is here, featuring many significant updates to improve overall performance, image editing tools and the user experience. Darktable 4.2.0 is an open-source raw image editor for Windows, macOS and Linux.
It appears Adobe has automatically enrolled Creative Cloud users into a 'Content analysis' program, which allows the company to use media in users' Creative Cloud library to train its machine learning features and tools.
Chris had a blast shooting the new Panasonic S5 II in Tokyo, and now you can pixel peep the fruits of his labours!
Nikon doesn't divulge many details about the 26mm F2.8 lens, so aside from the announcement it's on the horizon, there's little information to share.
The lens doesn't come as a surprise, given it's been on Nikon's Z-mount lens roadmap for some time, but we now have confirmation that it has a maximum F1.2 aperture.
January 4
Dell looks to be coming after Apple's $6000 Pro Display XDR with its new UltraSharp 32 monitor. The 32" display features 6K resolution, 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, an IPS Black panel, a built-in 4K webcam, an impressive stand and a suite of ports.
Panasonic has announced the Lumix DC-S5 II and DC-S5 IIX, a pair of 24MP full-frame mirrorless cameras with phase-detection autofocus. We've taken a close look at the S5 II and discuss what the more video-focused S5 IIX will bring.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II is the first Lumix camera with phase detect autofocus, and we were able to test it in Tokyo, Japan!
Panasonic's new wide-angle L-mount zoom lens has a minimum focusing distance of 0.15m across its entire zoom range and is set to ship in March 2023 for $799.99.
January 3
After sticking with contrast-detect autofocus (CDAF) for over a decade, it appears as though Panasonic is finally bringing phase-detect autofocus (PDAF) to its Lumix camera lineup, based on a teaser posted to social media.
Happy 2023! There's a lot we can learn by reflecting on where we've been, so before we move on, let's take one last look at 2022 for a recap of industry and visual trends and milestones. Dig into the data with us.
January 2
Samsung's new 27" 5K ViewFinity S9 monitor is designed for creative professionals and appears to be targeting Apple's Studio Display with a very similar design and nearly identical specifications.
The latest high dynamic range (HDR) TVs feature levels of image quality that have to be seen to be believed. Here’s how to turn your own photo slideshows and videos into HDR10 specs, so you can play them back correctly on a wide variety of high-quality devices.
December 31
2022 is nearly over, so Chris and Jordan sat down to discuss how they plan to improve DPReview TV in 2023.
If you frequently use filters, you know how annoying it is to deal with filter threads. Maven Magnetic Filters claims to deliver an even better filter experience by using a color-coding system while delivering high-quality optical performance.
December 30
To wrap up the crazy year it's been, we've gathered some of the most notable stories from the year, based on feedback from readers and our editors here at DPReview. Take a look to see some of the most important news stories of 2022.
December 29
The a7R V is the fifth iteration of Sony's high-end, high-res full-frame mirrorless camera. The new 60MP Mark IV, gains advanced AF, focus stacking and a new rear screen arrangement. We've tested its image quality and video performance.
A production OM System OM-1 made its way up to Canada, and Chris was able to take it out to the Northwest Territories and Japan. See what he captured!
December 28
Here at DPReview we spend a lot of time on gear-focused topics, but we're all in this business because we love photography, so we asked DPReview staffers to share one of their favorite personal photos from 2022. Check out this slideshow to see what they picked.
The 115mm equivalent autofocus prime has a fast F1.2 aperture and works with Fujifilm's array of subject-detection modes.
After months of use, and with the release of firmware 1.3, we present our final review of the OM System OM-1.
December 27
The exact specifications of the image sensor and optical design remain under wraps, but LG Innotek says the module will be revealed in more detail at CES 2023, which starts on January 3, 2023.
December 26
A multitude of games feature photography-simulation modes that let you create unique, realistic images of scenes, races, cars, and avatars and can render at stunning 4K resolutions. But can these games help you take better pictures?
Adobe Photoshop Elements 2023, like its predecessors, welcomes both the newbie and the experienced to photo editing. With new features and content, this single-purchase software will hold your hand or let you experiment on your own.
December 25
Setting up your new camera is a rite of passage for all photographers. Avoid mistakes, adjust these settings first.
As 2022 comes to a close, we'd like to wish you a happy holiday season, offer a sincere thanks for being part of our community, and share some updates going into 2023.
December 23
Lomography has released a free browser-based application for inverting editing film scans using a simple selection of tools.
The new Laowa 19mm F2.8 is an affordable ultra-wide angle for the Fujifilm GFX cameras. Check out our sample photos from frozen Calgary to see how it performs!
December 22
DaVinci Resolve for iPad is now available. The app, optimized for M1 and M2-powered iPad Pro models, promises desktop-class video editing tools on Apple's high-end tablets.
Posterization is an image artifact that makes color transitions look abrupt and rough. macOS image editor, Pixelmator Pro, received a free update today that adds Deband, an AI-powered tool that eliminates posterization and color banding in your images.
December 21
The lens is a stills version of the 6mm T2.1 Cine lens Laowa announced earlier this year.
Photographers from Agence France-Presse (AFP) showed off some of the impressive camera technology they used at the recent FIFA World Cup, including a robotic setup paired with Nikon Z9 cameras and controlled using a tablet or video game controller.
Affordable ultra-wide lenses for Fujifilm GFX cameras are hard to find. How does the Venus Optics Laowa 19mm F2.8 Zero-D GFX perform? We tested it.
December 20
Before the world went digital, people stored photos in shoeboxes, creating a photographic legacy for future generations. What is your digital shoebox, and what happens to your photos after you're gone?
The third Great Joy 1.8x anamorphic lens actually covers a full frame sensor, so becomes useful to stills as well as video photographers, and it nicely complements the existing focal lengths to make the beginnings of a good, low-cost, anamorphic set.
Ricoh has announced it's starting the 'Film Camera Project,' an initiative designed to gauge the interest and viability of producing a new Pentax film camera.
December 19
Lensrentals has published the annual roundup of its most-rented gear for 2022. As in 2021, Canon and Sony dominated the rental shares. However, DSLR gear, like Canon EF cameras and lenses, dipped in popularity, while Sony gear was more rented than in 2021.
DxO's latest flagship editing suite has Adobe-beating noise reduction in its Elite version, without the costly subscription. Should you cancel Creative Cloud and jump ship?
This new facility is to be located in PyeongTaek, South Korea and should be operational by spring 2024. Fujifilm says it will manufacture color filter materials used on image sensors, but doesn't specify whether it will impact its own camera systems.
2022 was another exciting year for camera releases, with new models ranging the gamut from high performance photo/video hybrids to a manual focus rangefinder. Now it's time to find out what you think of the Class of '22. Click through to vote for your favorite camera of the year.
Prime lenses aren't what they used to be – while today's 'nifty fifties' are bigger, and typically more costly than their SLR-era forebears, they're also far more advanced. Meanwhile, specialized wide, tele-prime and macro lenses just keep getting better and better. Vote now for your favorite prime lenses of 2022.
It won't come as a shock that manufacturers continued to grow their mirrorless lens collections in 2022, and that includes some exciting zoom lenses, covering the spectrum from wide angles to long tele-zooms, and even a couple of power zooms. Now it's your turn to vote for your favorites.
December 17
Art of Photography's Ted Forbes joins Chris to try and predict what the camera manufacturers have in store for us in 2023.
December 16
American photographer Lee Miller did a lot during her life, including working as a model and fashion photographer. Now, her story is being turned into a biopic called 'Lee,' which has started filming.
Nikon says it has identified a range of serial numbers that could be affected by this issue and is making the repairs free of charge, even if the camera's warranty has expired.
Joshua Bird loves the nostalgic look of film, so he wanted to design and build a 3D-printed motion picture camera that uses 35mm film. While the project presented Bird with many challenges, the results are quite impressive.
December 15
Dell unveiled Concept Luna a year ago, aiming to dramatically change how users consume and use electronic devices. The modular laptop has been revised since then, losing its adhesives and cables so that the device can now be disassembled in around 30 seconds.
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